2006 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Toyota | Skoda |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 55 L |
